2 Installation

Removing an Old Modem Driver

When your new modem replaces another modem, the old modem driver remains in Windows, and the old modem driver is still selected in HyperTerminal and other Windows applications. Though you can change the application connection descriptions one at a time, it is easier to force the Windows applications to use the new modem by removing the old modem driver from Windows.

1.Click the Start button, point to Settings, and click Control Panel.

2.Double-click the Modems icon to open the Modems Properties dialog box.

3.In the list box, select the old modem.

4.Click Remove, and then click Close.

5.The next time you dial a HyperTerminal connection, it will select your new modem and ask you to confirm the selection.

Loading Data Communications Software

MultiTech includes a data communications software package on the product CD shipped with your modem. In general, however, the modem will work with most data communications software packages. Data communications software gives the user access to lower-level commands that govern (at a detailed technical level) how the modem operates, that is, how the modem handles incoming and outgoing data streams, etc.

Load the software as you would any Windows application program. During installation under Windows NT/2000/Xp, an advisory screen may appear saying “FAX capture driver installation” and causing a delay in the installation. Be aware that this is normal and the installation process has not failed or stalled. Simply wait a few moments until this screen disappears.

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